Family & Supporter Orientation
Attending college can be an exciting and challenging time for families and the experience is different for each student.
Students are not the only ones who are faced with change when they choose to attend college. When a family member attends college, the entire family experiences change. Students find newfound freedoms and move towards independence.
As your student becomes independent, former roles may need to shift as students balance their new responsibilities. Families may learn new ways to support their college student. In this new role you join the university in supporting your student’s success.
Family Participation in Orientation
During your student’s online registration for New Student Orientation, your student will be given the opportunity to register family members and/or guests to attend Family Orientation. Reservations for family members and/or supporters require a $60 nonrefundable payment for each person. There is a maximum of two family members per student. Your presence will undoubtedly play a significant role in ensuring a smooth transition into college life for your student.
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Orientation Dates
Summer Orientation Dates:
Date
Time
Location
Important Notes
Saturday, April 26, 2025 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. James A. Thomas Hall (INVITE ONLY) No overnight stay option. Friday-Saturday, May 30-31, 2025 8:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. (Day 1)
8:30-3 p.m. (Day 2)
Pine Hall Students are required to stay on campus during the 2-day orientation Thursday, June 5, 2025 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Givens Performing Arts Center Students may choose to stay on campus the night before their orientation Tuesday, June 10, 2025 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Givens Performing Arts Center Students may choose to stay on campus the night before their orientation Monday-Tuesday, June 16-17, 2025 8:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. (Day 1)
8:30-3 p.m. (Day 2)
Pine Hall Students are required to stay on campus during the 2-day orientation Tuesday, July 8, 2025 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Givens Performing Arts Center Students may choose to stay on campus the night before their orientation Thursday, July 17, 2025 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Givens Performing Arts Center Students may choose to stay on campus the night before their orientation Monday, July 28, 2025 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Givens Performing Arts Center Students may choose to stay on campus the night before their orientation Wednesday, August 13, 2025 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Givens Performing Arts Center No overnight stay option. Students attending will be allowed to move into their assigned residence hall. -
Preparing for Your Orientation Session
Items to bring:
- BraveNation Spirit
- Comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing
- Pen and something to write notes on
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Lodging
Staying On Campus for Orientation (1-Day Sessions | Early Arrivals)
Student Lodging
Students attending a 1-day orientation session will have the option to spend the night in a residence hall the evening before their orientation date. A form will be sent out once you register for orientation to request housing the evening before your orientation date. Move-in is from 6-7 p.m. the evening prior to your orientation date.
Family Lodging
Family members are also able to stay in a residence hall on campus the evening prior to their orientation. The cost is $40. This is in addition to their $60 orientation fee. Please note that family members will stay in a hall separate from students, so please pack accordingly. We are not able to offer extra night lodging following the orientation session.
Staying On Campus for Orientation (2-Day Sessions)
Student Lodging
Students attending a 2-day orientation session will automatically be assigned a room to stay in during the night of day 1 of their orientation session. There is NOT an early arrival option for students attending a 2-day session. Move-in will be in the morning of day 1 of your session beginning promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Family Lodging
Family members are also able to stay in a residence hall on campus the evening of day 1 of their orientation session. The cost is $40. This is in addition to their $60 orientation fee. Please note that family members will stay in a hall separate from students, so please pack accordingly. We are not able to offer extra night lodging following the orientation session.
Update Housing Needs
If the student has already been registered for orientation, but you would like to add-on student and/or family housing, please contact the New Student Orientation by emailing us at orientation@uncp.edu or calling 910.521.6243.
There are no refunds available for the orientation housing fee.